It is the policy of the Shallowater ISD Police Department to conduct unbiased policing in all contact between officers and any person. This includes traffic stops, pedestrian stops, and all contact initiated by an officer for investigative purposes of any kind.  No police action shall be initiated based on a person’s race, ethnicity, or national origin.

Racial profiling is defined as a law enforcement-initiated action based on a person’s race, ethnicity, or national origin rather than the person’s behavior or information identifying the person as having engaged in criminal activity.

The SISD Police Department annual reports racial profiling data to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Any person wishing to file a complaint regarding any contact with an officer should contact Chief Brad Rumfield at brumfield@shallowaterisd.net or (806) 832-4531 ext. 6002.

In accordance with Education Code 37.105, The District has the right to refuse entry to or eject a person from property under the District’s control if the person refuses to leave peaceably upon request and:

1. The individual poses a substantial risk of harm to any person; or
2. The individual continues to behave in a manner inappropriate for the school setting after having received a verbal or written warning to cease the inappropriate behavior.

A person ejected from or refused entry to District property under this provision may appeal this action by filing an appeal under the appropriate board policy:

Shallowater ISD Policy FNG(LOCAL) – Student and Parent Complaints

Shallowater ISD Policy GF(LOCAL) – Public Complaints / Grievances 

Commissioner’s Rules on Health and Safety

Letter to Parents

Safe Gun Storage Devices

Talking to Others about Gun Safety

Parent Presentation

SRP Document

SISD Reunification Process

If you believe an officer has performed exceptionally well, or you would just like to thank them for their service, we would love to hear from you. Our officers work hard every day to have a positive impact on people and any compliments they receive will be shared with them and placed in their personnel file. Please email any compliments, kudos, or thank yous to the Chief of Police, Brad Rumfield at brumfield@shallowaterisd.net

If a citizen believes an officer or an employee has engaged in misconduct, they have the right to file a complaint. It is the policy of the department that, depending upon the circumstances and information provided, the Shallowater ISD Police Department will investigate all complaints against the department or its employees. This ensures the integrity of the department while protecting the rights and interests of both citizens and department personnel.

Informal complaints can be made by contacting Brad Rumfield, Chief of Police, at 806-832-4531 ext. 61101 or brumfield@shallowaterisd.net
Formal complaints against a Shallowater ISD police officer must be submitted in writing and signed by the person making the complaint. The submitted complaint must be on this form.

Texas Government Code, Title 6, Chapter 614.022. COMPLAINT TO BE IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY COMPLAINANT states that for the complaint to be considered by the head of a state agency or by the head of a fire department or local law enforcement agency, the complaint must be:

1. In writing; and
2. Signed by the person making the complaint.

Formal complaints may be filed by a mailed letter, in person, or by sending a signed and scanned letter to the Chief of Police at brumfield@shallowaterisd.net.
The department does not accept complaints later than 30 days after the alleged occurrence, except when:

• The complaint is criminal activity. The criminal statute of limitations prevails
• The complainant shows good cause for not making the complaint earlier

To file a written complaint, mail or deliver to:

Shallowater ISD Police Department
1100 Ave. K
Shallowater, TX 79363

The Shallowater ISD Police Department will conduct a thorough investigation of your complaint. The investigator will contact witnesses and officers and ask them to give statements. Records and other evidence will also be collected and examined. Unless special circumstances exist, you will be advised in writing of the outcome within 60 days from receipt of the complaint.

People who intentionally make false complaints or allegations against police officers violate Chapter 37 of the Texas Penal Code. Texas law provides punishment for an individual adjudged guilty of committing an offense if, with intent to deceive and with knowledge of the statements' meaning, he/she makes a false statement under oath or swears to the truth of a false statement previously made; and, the statement is required or authorized by law to be made under oath.
A person who commits an offense under this section can be charged with offenses ranging from a Class B Misdemeanor to a Felony of the third degree. Punishments can range from confinement of 180 days in jail to 10 years of imprisonment and a fine not to exceed $10,000.
This information is not intended to deter the complainant or any witness, but is provided for informational purposes and to avoid retaliation against police officers or departmental staff.